By Marina
Correa
Photography:
Courtesy the architect
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A Spanish-styled villa set against the
picturesque Aamby Valley in Lonavala has been carved out as a weekend home by
Puran Kumar Architects…
Situated on a one-acre plot, the project had plenty
of scope for landscaping. Taking advantage of the site gradient, the architect has
created a multi-level landscape so that the 8,000 sq ft house appears to be
nestled between the greens. Special land plates have been used to channelise the
flow of the abundant natural water on site to accentuate its landscaping
beauty.
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Making modifications to the already existing
house proved to be the most challenging aspect. “The first phase of the project
turned out to be a restoration exercise on the architectural front,” says principal
architect Puran Kumar of Puran Kumar Architects.
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After that, the focus was entirely on the interiors,
which were designed to resemble a Spanish villa to complement the natural
scenic beauty. Various elements coalesce to lend a Catalonian flair – Mangalore
tiles for roofing; eye-catching bright blue painted windows juxtaposed against
all-white rough-finish walls and arches; rustic stone flooring interspersed with
mosaic inserts; voluminous double-height ceiling accentuated by wood, exudes
warmth and homeliness.
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The Spanish influence is further heightened in
the pristine white dining area that overlooks a well-manicured garden. Keeping
in mind that it is a weekend home, the four bedrooms spread across the one-storied
villa are minimal in décor, while the bathrooms are luxurious, contemporaneous
personal lairs.
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With an open spatial feel that is characterized
by uncluttered, minimalist, undefined spaces; clean simple lines; an organic
material palette and a timeless appeal, the home not only manages to exude an
inviting ambience but also asserts an identity of its own.
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